Ways to Contribute

Donating Supplies

Spare diabetes supplies to donate?

While the American Diabetes Association (ADA) isn’t able to accept diabetes supplies, there are other organizations that do accept these items. 

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Organizations that take donated supplies

We encourage you to reach out to Insulin for Life at ifl-usa.org or (352) 327-8649. It’s easy: you simply pay for the shipping to their center. While they accept a variety of diabetes supplies, such as insulin vials and pens, A1C test kits, glucagon, syringes, and more, keep in mind that they do not accept insulin pump supplies.

For additional options on where to donate diabetes supplies, consider reaching out to local organizations such as animal shelters, health departments, relief agencies, or religious institutions that may run donation programs. Additionally, contacting the manufacturer of the device or supplies can be another effective way to ensure your donation reaches those in need.

What diabetes supplies can be donated

If you’re wondering if you can donate insulin pens, syringes, or other supplies, it’s best to contact the organization directly for guidance. Typically, the following items are accepted:

  • Unexpired and unopened supplies, including insulin, insulin pens, syringes, and test strips
  • Factory-sealed packages of lancets
  • Insulin pumps and related pump supplies

By ensuring the supplies are safe and properly packaged, you can make a significant impact on the lives of people with diabetes.

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Other donations that make a difference  

If you want to support the ADA’s mission to improve the lives of people with diabetes, you can make a cash or non-cash donation. Currently, the ADA is only accepting vehicles for non-cash donations. While they do not accept items such as jewelry, coins, or sports memorabilia, other household items like furniture or clothing can be donated to organizations such as:

  • Goodwill
  • Salvation Army
  • Local shelters or relief agencies

If you’re looking to donate glucose monitors or other specific diabetes supplies, check with these organizations directly or visit their websites for details on accepted items.